I would like to request a quote for a Turkey tour including Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, and Ephesus. We prefer an efficient route with domestic flights if needed. Could you please provide available itineraries, total price and what is included, hotel category, whether domestic flights are included, and guide language (Spanish preferred, if available)?

Are you looking for a private/custom trip? We can only assist with custom tours if you have 4+ travellers guaranteed. Turkey Highlights would be one of the best options for a 7-8 day itinerary, but would not include Pamukkale. Any itineraries that include all 4 destinations are at least 15 days. Our trips are run exclusively in English. Turkey Highlights is an Original style tour so the accommodation is average 3*. Domestic flights within our tours are included, just international flights are not included. If you have 4 travellers and are looking for a private/custom tour, please provide budget range, refined dates (we require at least 2-3 months lead time so approximately July onwards), and any additional information.

I am traveling alone but happy to share a room with another female. Is this organised by you? I would like an extra day in Istanbul at the same hotel at the beginning of the trip.

Yes, this trip is operated by Intrepid Travels. We can also help you in arranging pre accommodation at the joining point hotel. Please note that prices are subject to change. Weingart Hotel, Istanbul - AUD 265.00 (per room/ per night)

Do you provide transfers from the airport IST to the Hotel on day 1 and also on final day? Additionally, if i am unable to arrive at 1pm on day 1 for the tour - can i just meet the group for dinner?

We are happy to arrange airport transfers for you at an additional cost. No worries at all! If you are getting late, just let us know after receiving the booking confirmation, and we will inform your tour leader to leave instructions for you at the hotel desk.

What currency should I use for local purchases?

It's advisable to use the local currency, but Euros and USD are also accepted.

What is the star rating of hotels included in the tour?

Expect to stay in average 3-star tourist-class hotels during the tour.

Will I meet my tour leader upon arrival?

Yes, there will be a welcome meeting to introduce you to your tour leader.

Is it possible to book a hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia?

Yes, the balloon ride can only be booked locally with your tour leader.

Can I request a single room for the tour?

Yes, single supplements can be arranged upon request.

I would like to visit Turkey in March or April for around 10 days. Can you give me an itinerary. We would like to do Istanbul on our own. We would like to do the tour from Cappadochia and then go by road to the rest of the places and end at Istanbul. I also want to do the hot air balloon ride in Cappadochia. And do the north and south Cappadochia tour which does not seem to be included. I don't want to go to Nimrut. Please let share detailed itinerary and costs for 2 people.

For the tailor-made tours, we have certain eligibility requirements, and unfortunately, you do not meet the main requirement: A minimum of 4 passengers. Hence, we kindly suggest you consider joining one of our suitable group tours. The selected trip, Highlights of Turkey, starts and finishes in Istanbul, and the hot air balloon activity can be added as an optional activity.

What is included in the price of the tour?

The tour price includes accommodations, some meals, and guided activities, but excludes optional extras.

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Turkey Highlights

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Day 1
Istanbul
Istanbul
Included Activities
- Old City Walking Tour (Half Day) - visit ancient hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, and Suleymaniye Cami
Optional Activities
- Bosphorus Boat Cruise (Public Boat) - TRY150
- Galata Tower - TRY650
- Archaeology Museum - TRY340
- Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts - TRY390
- Hagia Sophia - Free
- Topkapi Palace (entrance fee) - TRY750
- Dinner at a local restaurant featuring authentic Turkish kebab
Landmarks
Hippodrome of Constantinople
Blue Mosque
Grand Bazaar
Suleymaniye Mosque
Day 2
Istanbul to Canakkale
Istanbul to Canakkale
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Fully guided Gallipoli tour with visits to ANZAC Cove, Brighton Beach, and ANZAC Commemorative Site, including Commonwealth graveyards
Landmarks
ANZAC Cove
Brighton Beach
ANZAC Commemorative Site
Dardanelles Strait
Day 3
Canakkale to Selcuk
Canakkale to Selcuk
Included Activities
- Archaeological Site Visit to Troy
- Leader-led Orientation Walk in Selcuk passing Isa Bey Mosque and the Grand Fortress
Optional Activities
- Basilica of St John - TRY130
Landmarks
Troy
Isa Bey Mosque
Grand Fortress
Ayasoluk Hill
Day 4
Selcuk to Cappadocia
Selcuk to Cappadocia
Meals
Lunch (Lunch at Ephesus)
Included Activities
- Archaeological Site Visit to Ephesus
- Gozleme making demonstration and lunch
Optional Activities
- Terrace Houses entry - TRY320
- Ephesus Archaeological Museum - TRY220
Landmarks
Ephesus
Library of Celsus
Great Theatre
Day 5
Konya to Cappadocia
Konya to Cappadocia
Included Activities
- Mevlana Museum visit in Konya
- Kaymakli Underground City visit
Optional Activities
- Whirling Dervishes - Sema Performance - EUR30
Landmarks
Mevlana Museum
Kaymakli Underground City
Day 6
Cappadocia
Cappadocia
Meals
Dinner (Dinner at a local family home with home-cooked meal)
Included Activities
- Valley Walk in Cappadocia with leader
- Dinner at Local Family Home
Optional Activities
- Hot Air Balloon, Cappadocia Regular Flight - EUR270
- Hot Air Balloon, Cappadocia Deluxe Flight - EUR320
- Goreme Open Air Museum - TRY480
Landmarks
Goreme Open Air Museum
Day 7
Cappadocia to Istanbul
Cappadocia to Istanbul
Optional Activities
- Stroll to trendy neighborhoods with cafes and galleries
- Local street food including balik ekmek (fish sandwich) and baklava
- Bars and Turkish tea with group
Day 8
Istanbul
Istanbul
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Additional accommodation in Istanbul (subject to availability)

Landmarks
Hippodrome of Constantinople
Blue Mosque
Grand Bazaar
Suleymaniye Mosque

Landmarks
ANZAC Cove
Brighton Beach
ANZAC Commemorative Site
Dardanelles Strait

Landmarks
Troy
Isa Bey Mosque
Grand Fortress
Ayasoluk Hill

Landmarks
Ephesus
Library of Celsus
Great Theatre

Landmarks
Mevlana Museum
Kaymakli Underground City

Landmarks
Goreme Open Air Museum

Accommodation
Flights
Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

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4.3

Overall rating based on 13 Reviews

Itinerary
4.7
Transport
4.6
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
3.7
Food
4.7
Tour Operator
4.5

Sonya5.0•September 2026
Our guide Oran was fantastic! Extremely knowledgeable and if he didn’t know, he would find out. The trip covered a...
Our guide Oran was fantastic! Extremely knowledgeable and if he didn’t know, he would find out. The trip covered a lot of ground over the 8 days. All the accommodation was great. The one thing I would suggest to consider changing the return flight from Cappadocia to later in the morning. This way it gives two opportunities (mornings) to be able to get a hot air balloon ride and not putting all your hope into just the one morning only.Show more
Traveled in August 2026
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed the trip and that Oran's knowledge and dedication helped make the experience so memorable. Thank you as well for your suggestion regarding the flight from Cappadocia. We can certainly see how a later departure could provide an additional opportunity for a hot air balloon flight, and we've shared your feedback with our product team for consideration. We hope to welcome you on another adventure soon.
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Graeme4.0•May 2024
The itinerary and guide were excellent. We cover the places we most wanted to see. The accommodation in Istanbul...
The itinerary and guide were excellent. We cover the places we most wanted to see. The accommodation in Istanbul (Marisol) could have been much better. We stayed an extra night prior to the tour and found the hotel rather run down and ready for a renovation. We had to change rooms after 1st night as noisy and placed over the foyer where staff hang outside smoking and talking at all hours. 2nd room required and repair of the toilet flusher as it fell into the wall. A/C seemed to be set on heat and would not allow a change to cool. This was the case in ALL rooms and noted also by our travel companions. One couple changed hotels at end of trip rather than stay again (even though it was incl in the tour). Enough said on this. Our guide Ahmet was great. Always helpful, available and welcoming of any issue. Very knowledgeable of all the historic sites and Turkish history.Show more
Traveled in May 2024
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi Graeme, thank you for taking the time to leave a review on your Turkey Highlights experience. We are sorry to hear about the accommodation issues you had and have shared this with the local team, while you had this experience, it sounds like you had a great time on the trip. We'll be delighted to pass on your wonderful feedback to Ahmet!
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Teresa5.0•May 2022
Led by Michael
Excellent everything very organized and very happy with my guide
Traveled in April 2022
Reply from: Intrepid Travel
Hi Teressa, thank you for your review. It is great to read that you enjoyed your time in Turkey with us. We hope to welcome you on another adventure with us soon.
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Frances4.3•September 2019
Mit-hat topaz my guide was excellent
Traveled in April 2019
Amelia4.3•September 2019
good pace and overall great experience
Traveled in April 2019
Tommy4.5•September 2019
I thought the guide, Muharrem Orhan , worked hard to make it a good trip experience, organizing options for free...
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Traveled in April 2019
Terry4.5•September 2019
This was my first Intrepid Tour and am now looking forward to my next Intrepid trip. Our tour leader Murharrem was...
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Traveled in April 2019
Rachael4.5•September 2019
I loved the experience, full of activities and our guide Muharrem was fantastic!
Traveled in April 2019
Neil5.0•September 2019
I owe the incredible success of the trip to the tireless efforts of our leader, Muharrem Orhan. He demonstrated deep...
I owe the incredible success of the trip to the tireless efforts of our leader, Muharrem Orhan. He demonstrated deep knowledge, enthusiasm and patience with a very ethnically and age diverse group. He accommodated every wish we could think up and made the journey meaningful, relaxed, fun & safe. He reversed a lot of skepticism and anxiety about an unfamiliar culture with a thorough and balanced understanding of history & culture in the places we visited. As this was my first time taking a tour abroad I feel incredibly fortunate to have had him as our leader and hope he will be acknowledged and compensated for such exemplary dedication to his job.Show more
Traveled in April 2019
Croline4.0•September 2019
It included a lot within a short space of time which worked well for me who works full time at home so wants to see a...
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Traveled in April 2019

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Hannah
Asked on April 16th, 2026
I would like to request a quote for a Turkey tour including Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, and Ephesus. We prefer an efficient route with domestic flights if needed. Could you please provide available itineraries, total price and what is included, hotel category, whether domestic flights are included, and guide language (Spanish preferred, if available)?
Accommodation
Price / Availability
Tour Details
Transport
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2026
  Are you looking for a private/custom trip? We can only assist with custom tours if you have 4+ travellers guaranteed. Turkey Highlights would be one of the best options for a 7-8 day itinerary, but would not include Pamukkale. Any itineraries that include all 4 destinations are at least 15 days. Our trips are run exclusively in English. Turkey Highlights is an Original style tour so the accommodation is average 3*. Domestic flights within our tours are included, just international flights are not included. If you have 4 travellers and are looking for a private/custom tour, please provide budget range, refined dates (we require at least 2-3 months lead time so approximately July onwards), and any additional information.
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Jon
Asked on January 11th, 2026
I am traveling alone but happy to share a room with another female. Is this organised by you? I would like an extra day in Istanbul at the same hotel at the beginning of the trip.
Accommodation
Group size
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2026
  Yes, this trip is operated by Intrepid Travels. We can also help you in arranging pre accommodation at the joining point hotel. Please note that prices are subject to change. Weingart Hotel, Istanbul - AUD 265.00 (per room/ per night)
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  Jon
  Traveler•Written January 2026
  Is the hotel Weingart Suites or Weingart sea side?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2026
  It's Weingart Hotel
  Hacımimi, Necatibey Cd. No:69
  Istanbul
  TURKEY
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Ahmed
Asked on April 26th, 2025
Do you provide transfers from the airport IST to the Hotel on day 1 and also on final day? Additionally, if i am unable to arrive at 1pm on day 1 for the tour - can i just meet the group for dinner?
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2025
  We are happy to arrange airport transfers for you at an additional cost. No worries at all! If you are getting late, just let us know after receiving the booking confirmation, and we will inform your tour leader to leave instructions for you at the hotel desk.
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Paula
Asked on March 28th, 2025
What currency should I use for local purchases?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2025
  It's advisable to use the local currency, but Euros and USD are also accepted.
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Lysiane
Asked on March 16th, 2025
What is the star rating of hotels included in the tour?
Accommodation
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2025
  Expect to stay in average 3-star tourist-class hotels during the tour.
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Pascale
Asked on March 1st, 2025
Will I meet my tour leader upon arrival?
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- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2025
  Yes, there will be a welcome meeting to introduce you to your tour leader.
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Hero
Asked on January 14th, 2025
Is it possible to book a hot air balloon ride in Cappadocia?
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written January 2025
  Yes, the balloon ride can only be booked locally with your tour leader.
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Annie
Asked on December 29th, 2024
Can I request a single room for the tour?
Accommodation
Single supplement
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024
  Yes, single supplements can be arranged upon request.
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Shannon
Asked on December 28th, 2024
I would like to visit Turkey in March or April for around 10 days. Can you give me an itinerary. We would like to do Istanbul on our own. We would like to do the tour from Cappadochia and then go by road to the rest of the places and end at Istanbul. I also want to do the hot air balloon ride in Cappadochia. And do the north and south Cappadochia tour which does not seem to be included. I don't want to go to Nimrut. Please let share detailed itinerary and costs for 2 people.
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024
  For the tailor-made tours, we have certain eligibility requirements, and unfortunately, you do not meet the main requirement: A minimum of 4 passengers. Hence, we kindly suggest you consider joining one of our suitable group tours. The selected trip, Highlights of Turkey, starts and finishes in Istanbul, and the hot air balloon activity can be added as an optional activity.
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Cathy
Asked on November 21st, 2024
What is included in the price of the tour?
Price / Availability
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written November 2024
  The tour price includes accommodations, some meals, and guided activities, but excludes optional extras.

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